Play Therapy in Everett, PA
Rhonda Joanne Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Everett, PA 15537 (Online Only)
Let's talk about your concerns in a confidential setting that feels like home. You will receive unconditional and unbiased honesty and support from a Licensed Professional Counselor who is certified in Family Trauma, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy to meet your specific needs and goals.
Let's talk about your concerns in a confidential setting that feels like home. You will receive unconditional and unbiased honesty and support from a Licensed Professional Counselor who is certified in Family Trauma, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy to meet your specific needs and goals.
Online Therapists
JaneAnna Galli Lighthouse Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMH, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15212 (Online Only)
The modalities that I use are CBT, Sandtray Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, IFS and EMDR.
For over twenty years I have been working within the field of Individual and Family Intervention. My education in Masters of Arts in Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary which is now referred to as Missio Seminary has provided me with the ability to help so many. I am certified in child sexual abuse treatment through Widener University and Family Support Line. For the last 15 years I have been a member in good standing with AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors). Biblically based counseling with the intention to glorify God while helping others to navigate through life's challenges has always been my priority.
The modalities that I use are CBT, Sandtray Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, IFS and EMDR.
For over twenty years I have been working within the field of Individual and Family Intervention. My education in Masters of Arts in Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary which is now referred to as Missio Seminary has provided me with the ability to help so many. I am certified in child sexual abuse treatment through Widener University and Family Support Line. For the last 15 years I have been a member in good standing with AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors). Biblically based counseling with the intention to glorify God while helping others to navigate through life's challenges has always been my priority.
Kiersten Lenz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camp Hill, PA 17011 (Online Only)
My practice includes a fusion of interpersonal skills and therapeutic techniques, encompassing trauma-sensitivity, mindfulness, creativity, play, and above all, active empathic listening.
Welcome to Just Be Counseling, a sound space for you to freely 'just be.' Together we will create a safe space for your voice to be truly heard at your pace, in your own way. There is beauty in the sacred art of all self-expression. I am honored to share in your expression as a source of support and wholehearted acceptance. I am committed to my role on your path as you embrace your inner truths and seek changes you wish to make. I offer diverse therapy models tailored for young adults and adults, addressing a wide spectrum of areas such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, healing and growth.
My practice includes a fusion of interpersonal skills and therapeutic techniques, encompassing trauma-sensitivity, mindfulness, creativity, play, and above all, active empathic listening.
Welcome to Just Be Counseling, a sound space for you to freely 'just be.' Together we will create a safe space for your voice to be truly heard at your pace, in your own way. There is beauty in the sacred art of all self-expression. I am honored to share in your expression as a source of support and wholehearted acceptance. I am committed to my role on your path as you embrace your inner truths and seek changes you wish to make. I offer diverse therapy models tailored for young adults and adults, addressing a wide spectrum of areas such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, healing and growth.
Lucy Eberly
Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hershey, PA 17033
Services are in-person or virtual! The office has a relaxing and comfortable environment and for those younger clients, an area designated for play therapy.
My goal is to create a connection and an atmosphere where you can feel supported and comfortable to share openly your concerns. I see individuals of all ages and stages and incorporate a range of strategies to best promote growth and healing while creating a fun and engaging experience for those younger clients.
Services are in-person or virtual! The office has a relaxing and comfortable environment and for those younger clients, an area designated for play therapy.
My goal is to create a connection and an atmosphere where you can feel supported and comfortable to share openly your concerns. I see individuals of all ages and stages and incorporate a range of strategies to best promote growth and healing while creating a fun and engaging experience for those younger clients.
Nicole Thompson Cartwright
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Dover, PA 17315 (Online Only)
For children, I incorporate play therapy techniques to help them gain and practice skills.
Hello, I'm Niki. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling yourself, or maybe your child is concerning you? Let's talk, and we can work together to find solutions. I help others to find patterns in their lives that are keeping them stuck, and find ways to become unstuck. We'll find what is working and build on your strengths. We'll also find what isn't working, and develop a plan that's right for you.
For children, I incorporate play therapy techniques to help them gain and practice skills.
Hello, I'm Niki. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling yourself, or maybe your child is concerning you? Let's talk, and we can work together to find solutions. I help others to find patterns in their lives that are keeping them stuck, and find ways to become unstuck. We'll find what is working and build on your strengths. We'll also find what isn't working, and develop a plan that's right for you.
Nadermann Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
I am also exploring ways to utilize play therapy with clients of all ages.
With all the muddiness around us in the world and our daily lives, it's easy to become stuck in the quagmire and lose sight of our values. Counseling offers a chance to look introspectively at what is truly important, so we can then discover ways to center those values in our day to day lives. My goal is to build relationships with clients that allow for exploration and deeper understanding of how to live your best life.
I am also exploring ways to utilize play therapy with clients of all ages.
With all the muddiness around us in the world and our daily lives, it's easy to become stuck in the quagmire and lose sight of our values. Counseling offers a chance to look introspectively at what is truly important, so we can then discover ways to center those values in our day to day lives. My goal is to build relationships with clients that allow for exploration and deeper understanding of how to live your best life.
Teresa I. Otoya-Mcadams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
When working with children I also integrate other approaches to therapy such as play and sand tray therapy as well as the use of art.
Hello! Welcome to your healing Journey. My name is Teresa and I have been in practice for almost 20 years. I believe in the importance of creating a therapeutic alliance where clients feel safe and free to explore and learn about themselves without fear of judgment. I understand that at times it can be difficult to take the first step and look for professional help, my personal stance is to empower my clients and guide them so they can find their own answers. I have worked with individuals and families from multiple backgrounds and age groups. I specialize in PTSD, anxiety, depression and life transitions.
When working with children I also integrate other approaches to therapy such as play and sand tray therapy as well as the use of art.
Hello! Welcome to your healing Journey. My name is Teresa and I have been in practice for almost 20 years. I believe in the importance of creating a therapeutic alliance where clients feel safe and free to explore and learn about themselves without fear of judgment. I understand that at times it can be difficult to take the first step and look for professional help, my personal stance is to empower my clients and guide them so they can find their own answers. I have worked with individuals and families from multiple backgrounds and age groups. I specialize in PTSD, anxiety, depression and life transitions.
Ellie Mental Health-Wexford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Wexford, PA 15090
Ellie as a number of talented therapists with various expertise including EMDR, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Trauma, Loss, Play Therapy, Relationship Counseling, and more!.
Ellie Mental Health in Wexford, Pennsylvania isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Ellie as a number of talented therapists with various expertise including EMDR, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Trauma, Loss, Play Therapy, Relationship Counseling, and more!.
Ellie Mental Health in Wexford, Pennsylvania isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Danielle Newkam
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hummelstown, PA 17036
Children need a safe space to express themselves and navigate their emotions. Together, we work towards developing coping strategies, fostering resilience, and enriching their emotional well-being. My goal is to empower them to overcome challenges and thrive, equipping them with the tools they need to navigate life's complexities confidently. Through play therapy, I facilitate a nurturing environment where children feel understood, supported, and encouraged to explore their feelings at their own pace.
Children need a safe space to express themselves and navigate their emotions. Together, we work towards developing coping strategies, fostering resilience, and enriching their emotional well-being. My goal is to empower them to overcome challenges and thrive, equipping them with the tools they need to navigate life's complexities confidently. Through play therapy, I facilitate a nurturing environment where children feel understood, supported, and encouraged to explore their feelings at their own pace.
Brooke Serina
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Brooke’s previous experience includes Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, college counseling, sports performance, and school-based interventions in K-12th.
Brooke specializes in working with adolescents, teens & young adults. She enjoys building positive & empathetic relationships with her clients & supporting them in their own growth. Brooke offers a holistic, non-judgmental approach to therapy, focusing on each client's unique needs & goals. She meets clients where they are & collaborates with them to determine the most effective therapy for their individual journey. Through a client-center & strengths-based approach, individuals have the opportunity to tap into their potential, resilience, & sense of self-worth.
Brooke’s previous experience includes Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, college counseling, sports performance, and school-based interventions in K-12th.
Brooke specializes in working with adolescents, teens & young adults. She enjoys building positive & empathetic relationships with her clients & supporting them in their own growth. Brooke offers a holistic, non-judgmental approach to therapy, focusing on each client's unique needs & goals. She meets clients where they are & collaborates with them to determine the most effective therapy for their individual journey. Through a client-center & strengths-based approach, individuals have the opportunity to tap into their potential, resilience, & sense of self-worth.
Mariellen Kerr
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CSP
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
I am here to help you. Having worked many years in the schools my experience & advanced training equip me with the skills to help clients learn new ways to manage the struggles in their life enabling them to feel happier and healthier. I use a client-centered, cognitive-behavioral approach and include art, play, & music therapy to help clients learn coping strategies, new skills, and behavior modification techniques used to manage the challenges of ADHD, ASD, anxiety, stress, and life transitions such as divorce/separation, moving, or the death of a loved one. Together, we can improve the quality of your life whenever you are ready.
I am here to help you. Having worked many years in the schools my experience & advanced training equip me with the skills to help clients learn new ways to manage the struggles in their life enabling them to feel happier and healthier. I use a client-centered, cognitive-behavioral approach and include art, play, & music therapy to help clients learn coping strategies, new skills, and behavior modification techniques used to manage the challenges of ADHD, ASD, anxiety, stress, and life transitions such as divorce/separation, moving, or the death of a loved one. Together, we can improve the quality of your life whenever you are ready.
Marisa M Wiehe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Millersburg, PA 17061
I utilize person-centered psychotherapy, CBT, DBT and play therapy.
Realizing that you need help is the first step, seeking help is the second. Let me help with the rest of the steps as you heal and grow. My goal is to create a safe and empowering environment that you will feel validated and comfortable sharing your thoughts and feeling openly. Life can get overwhelming with the many obligations and stressors that occur on a daily basis. Let me help you learn how to cope with and decrease those stressors. Let me show you the steps to better mental health. I work with children, adolescents, young adults and adults of all ages.
I utilize person-centered psychotherapy, CBT, DBT and play therapy.
Realizing that you need help is the first step, seeking help is the second. Let me help with the rest of the steps as you heal and grow. My goal is to create a safe and empowering environment that you will feel validated and comfortable sharing your thoughts and feeling openly. Life can get overwhelming with the many obligations and stressors that occur on a daily basis. Let me help you learn how to cope with and decrease those stressors. Let me show you the steps to better mental health. I work with children, adolescents, young adults and adults of all ages.
Melissa Hollobaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Latrobe, PA 15650
Melissa received her Master’s Degree in Infant Mental Health Counseling from Chatham University. She is a licensed professional counselor. She primarily works with children and adolescents. Melissa uses child-led therapy practices to build rapport and trust in sessions. Melissa has experience with engaging clients in play therapy and attachment based therapy. She has worked with children experiencing issues with depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger, and other behavioral/emotions concerns. She enjoys working with children and families to improve the overall wellbeing of the child.
Melissa received her Master’s Degree in Infant Mental Health Counseling from Chatham University. She is a licensed professional counselor. She primarily works with children and adolescents. Melissa uses child-led therapy practices to build rapport and trust in sessions. Melissa has experience with engaging clients in play therapy and attachment based therapy. She has worked with children experiencing issues with depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger, and other behavioral/emotions concerns. She enjoys working with children and families to improve the overall wellbeing of the child.
Valley Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Our areas of focus include play therapy, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, school issues, behavioral concerns, recent transitions, ADHD, and family problems.
Life can be difficult. As a parent, you want your children to be happy and healthy so seeing them struggle can be difficult. Teenagers and young adults are faced with new challenges every day. Families can struggle to communicate and can feel disconnected. We strive to reduce the stress and stigma associated with mental health issues by creating a positive and up-beat learning environment where we can focus on one’s strengths to develop strategies to deal with challenges that you face. Through therapy, you’ll be able to find happiness in yourself, in relationships, and in your family to be empowered towards a bright future.
Our areas of focus include play therapy, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, school issues, behavioral concerns, recent transitions, ADHD, and family problems.
Life can be difficult. As a parent, you want your children to be happy and healthy so seeing them struggle can be difficult. Teenagers and young adults are faced with new challenges every day. Families can struggle to communicate and can feel disconnected. We strive to reduce the stress and stigma associated with mental health issues by creating a positive and up-beat learning environment where we can focus on one’s strengths to develop strategies to deal with challenges that you face. Through therapy, you’ll be able to find happiness in yourself, in relationships, and in your family to be empowered towards a bright future.
Kalyani G Broderick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Life is hard enough, counseling shouldn't be! I provide warm, supportive counseling to people of all ages, both in-person and virtually. Sessions with me are peaceful and nurturing, giving you the time and space to really relax and get in touch with your natural healing capacity. I specialize in families with children under 10, including preschool and younger, offering a variety of play and art activities that help reduce stress and improve coping skills. I actively involve caregivers during sessions and with bonding activities for home.
Life is hard enough, counseling shouldn't be! I provide warm, supportive counseling to people of all ages, both in-person and virtually. Sessions with me are peaceful and nurturing, giving you the time and space to really relax and get in touch with your natural healing capacity. I specialize in families with children under 10, including preschool and younger, offering a variety of play and art activities that help reduce stress and improve coping skills. I actively involve caregivers during sessions and with bonding activities for home.
Laura K Tauzin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MT-BC, NCC, RPT, CAAPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York, PA 17402
Laura offers personalized mental health care, and a tailored approach, which may involve music, the expressive arts, play techniques, counseling interventions, and mindfulness skills designed to shape and improve your symptoms and help you achieve the outcomes we create together.
Feeling down, worried, or stressed at school, work, or home? Are you looking for life balance and satisfaction? Are you seeking healthier relationships with others? Do your team members feel connected, valued, and appreciated? Are you looking for creative, strength-based solutions proven to positively influence your life? Anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, work stress, life changes, parenting challenges, loss…you’re not alone. At SHCS we will work together to explore the triggers for your symptoms, and show you simple, creative, and effective ways to manage them, giving you more control over your life.
Laura offers personalized mental health care, and a tailored approach, which may involve music, the expressive arts, play techniques, counseling interventions, and mindfulness skills designed to shape and improve your symptoms and help you achieve the outcomes we create together.
Feeling down, worried, or stressed at school, work, or home? Are you looking for life balance and satisfaction? Are you seeking healthier relationships with others? Do your team members feel connected, valued, and appreciated? Are you looking for creative, strength-based solutions proven to positively influence your life? Anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, work stress, life changes, parenting challenges, loss…you’re not alone. At SHCS we will work together to explore the triggers for your symptoms, and show you simple, creative, and effective ways to manage them, giving you more control over your life.
Kayla Elizabeth Moore
LBS, BCBA
Verified Verified
Greensburg, PA 15601
I believe in utilizing play therapy as well as expressive art therapy when working with adolescents.
I am a board-certified behavioral analyst who has worked in the field for the past 6 years providing intensive behavioral health services to a wide variety of clients. I have worked within the home and school settings with clients to aide in their success within the least restrictive environment. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults, with Autism spectrum disorder as well as many other behavioral and emotional disorders. I work closely with clients and their families to address environmental and emotional concerns that could be impacting daily living.
I believe in utilizing play therapy as well as expressive art therapy when working with adolescents.
I am a board-certified behavioral analyst who has worked in the field for the past 6 years providing intensive behavioral health services to a wide variety of clients. I have worked within the home and school settings with clients to aide in their success within the least restrictive environment. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults, with Autism spectrum disorder as well as many other behavioral and emotional disorders. I work closely with clients and their families to address environmental and emotional concerns that could be impacting daily living.
Megan R Sparks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York, PA 17402
I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Polyvagal lens, Expressive therapies, nondirective play therapy, as well as Strength based and Client centered approaches.
Life can be overwhelming. It throws you curve balls, and sometimes it just feels hard to navigate. Maybe it’s a divorce, job change, becoming a parent, death in the family, or any other life transition. Life can bring us baggage and even though we think we have it contained, it can seep into other areas of our life that we are trying to navigate through. I work with people who want to understand themselves better so they can continue to thrive in life. I want to help empower you to find balance within yourself and learn to fine tune your ability to respond to situation in which you feel in control with better balance and regulation.
I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Polyvagal lens, Expressive therapies, nondirective play therapy, as well as Strength based and Client centered approaches.
Life can be overwhelming. It throws you curve balls, and sometimes it just feels hard to navigate. Maybe it’s a divorce, job change, becoming a parent, death in the family, or any other life transition. Life can bring us baggage and even though we think we have it contained, it can seep into other areas of our life that we are trying to navigate through. I work with people who want to understand themselves better so they can continue to thrive in life. I want to help empower you to find balance within yourself and learn to fine tune your ability to respond to situation in which you feel in control with better balance and regulation.
Jamie Brett Moniak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Hershey, PA 17033
Unique to my practice is two Animal Assisted Play Therapy dogs: Baxter and Sarah.
My purpose and passion is working with children and their families. I approach counseling from a child-centered, mindful, and play-based approach. My belief is that we learn best when we are having fun, when people are curious about our worldviews, and when we are presented with developmentally appropriate treatments and strategies. Central to my approach is that we are all given challenges in life as a way to grow and develop into our best selves. Many of us are doing the best we can with what we know. Counseling can help us all do better.
Unique to my practice is two Animal Assisted Play Therapy dogs: Baxter and Sarah.
My purpose and passion is working with children and their families. I approach counseling from a child-centered, mindful, and play-based approach. My belief is that we learn best when we are having fun, when people are curious about our worldviews, and when we are presented with developmentally appropriate treatments and strategies. Central to my approach is that we are all given challenges in life as a way to grow and develop into our best selves. Many of us are doing the best we can with what we know. Counseling can help us all do better.
Dr. Debra Doubrava - Emdr Trauma And Play Focused
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York, PA 17403 (Online Only)
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.- John Watson...I am humbled & honored to have over 30 years experience working with clients of all ages & stages to lead more authentic, joyful, & peace-filled lives. I am an integrative, attachment focused & trauma-informed play therapist - inspired by theories grounded in client-centered, family systems, humanistic, Imago, mindfulness, & parts work. I enjoy working with a wide range of issues & diverse backgrounds in the human experience including LGBTQIA2S+. We all need to be truly seen and heard AND it is courageous and wise to seek help as we journey through life & love!
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.- John Watson...I am humbled & honored to have over 30 years experience working with clients of all ages & stages to lead more authentic, joyful, & peace-filled lives. I am an integrative, attachment focused & trauma-informed play therapist - inspired by theories grounded in client-centered, family systems, humanistic, Imago, mindfulness, & parts work. I enjoy working with a wide range of issues & diverse backgrounds in the human experience including LGBTQIA2S+. We all need to be truly seen and heard AND it is courageous and wise to seek help as we journey through life & love!
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.